Tiana Pequette Board Member | Kirby School District 140
Tiana Pequette Board Member | Kirby School District 140
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Kirby School District 140 regarding the enrollment numbers of non-U.S. citizens, also referred to as "migrants" in the request, on January 13, 2025. The request was made by South Cook News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In the request, South Cook News sought information about how many non-U.S. citizens are currently enrolled in the school district. As a media organization, South Cook News stated that access to public records is essential for fulfilling its professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
South Cook News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional given its role in disseminating information. The organization has asked for the requested records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, preferably in electronic format.
According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, and the state average Administrative Salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio is 141:1, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is 17:1. Furthermore, it's worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
As we continue our commitment to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs at South Cook News, we will keep our readers updated with any developments regarding this FOIA request.
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